Best Schools in Goodland, Kansas
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
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North Elementary
Elementary · Goodland. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Goodland Jr-sr. High School
High · Goodland. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$123,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$123,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Goodland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Goodland Jr-sr. High School | 3.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $63,634
- Median home value
- $123,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Goodland compares
Kansas rank
#110 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$64k
89% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Goodland, Kansas
Goodland, Kansas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Goodland show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Goodland is North Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Goodland is served by 1 school district: Goodland. These districts collectively serve 913 students.
Goodland's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,634. The poverty rate in the area is 21.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · 3rd–6th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 249 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · 7th–12th | 3.6 |
| 2 | 3 students · 7th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 students · 15–15 | — |
Schools in Goodland
Goodland, Kansas · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$63,634
Median Home Value
$123,200
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
6,003
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Community Profile
Goodland has a median household income of $63,634. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,200, with a median rent of $917/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Goodland, Kansas
How many schools are in Goodland, Kansas?
Goodland has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Goodland, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Goodland is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Goodland, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Goodland on MySchoolScout is North Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Goodland, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Goodland on MySchoolScout is North Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Goodland, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Goodland on MySchoolScout is Goodland Jr-sr. High School with a composite score of 3.6/10.
How many school districts serve Goodland, Kansas?
Goodland is served by 1 school district: Goodland.
What is the education level in Goodland, Kansas?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Goodland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Goodland, Kansas?
The median household income in Goodland is approximately $63,634 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Goodland, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Goodland is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Goodland, Kansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.